Stakeholders have called for a stronger connection between science, innovation, and business to drive economic development. This was the central theme at the second Faculty of Science Open Lecture of Olabisi Onabanjo University, held at the OGD Hall in Ago Iwoye, Ogun State.
CreditPRO Sponsors Lecture
CreditPRO Finance Company Limited reaffirmed its dedication to knowledge-driven development, innovation, and youth empowerment by sponsoring the event. The lecture brought together students, academics, researchers, and industry professionals.
Guest Speaker Highlights
The Managing Director of CreditPRO, Dr. Sola Adeyiga, an alumnus of the university, served as the Guest Speaker. He delivered a lecture titled “Innovation at the Intersection of Science, Technology and Business: Opportunities for Emerging Economies.” Dr. Adeyiga emphasized the critical role of science, technology, innovation, and enterprise in addressing societal and economic challenges.
He argued that while scientific discoveries are essential, their true value emerges only when applied through technology and scaled via viable business models. “Science creates knowledge. Technology applies that knowledge. Business scales its impact. Innovation happens when all three work together to create value,” he stated.
Global and African Examples
Drawing from global and African success stories, Dr. Adeyiga showed how technologies like artificial intelligence, biotechnology, fintech, renewable energy, data analytics, cloud computing, and digital infrastructure are transforming industries and creating new markets. He urged students to move beyond traditional careers and embrace problem-solving, entrepreneurship, and lifelong learning.
“The future belongs to those who can transform knowledge into solutions that improve lives. Your generation must not simply consume innovation. You must build it,” he said.
University Leadership Response
Vice Chancellor Professor Ayodeji Olayinka Johnson Agboola and Faculty of Science representatives commended CreditPRO for supporting intellectual engagement and exposing students to real-world perspectives. They noted such partnerships are vital for preparing graduates for a competitive global economy.
The VC announced the university's commitment to expanding learning pathways in emerging fields like artificial intelligence, data science, digital innovation, fintech, entrepreneurship, and technology commercialization.
Participants described the session as insightful, practical, and inspiring, highlighting its relevance to current economic realities and future career aspirations. CreditPRO remains committed to supporting education, entrepreneurship, financial inclusion, and sustainable development.
